S92/26 - Management Accountant

SERC Enterprise; Newtownards; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Public holidays

Pension scheme (NILGOSC)

Healthcare cash plan

Job summary

South Eastern Regional College, Newtownards Campus, is seeking a Management Accountant to lead budgetary control and provide timely financial information. The post holder will report to the Deputy Head of Finance, supervise the Finance Business Partner, and oversee Accounts Receivable and Student Finance.

The role demands strong analytical skills and practical experience in financial management within further education.

Qualifications

• Experience in management accounting or FP&A.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgetary control and variance analysis.
• Prepare management information and reports for senior leadership.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable and Student Finance in collaboration with Finance Team.

Job description

Management Accountant

Full-time, permanent post, 36 hours per week.

Monday to Thursday 8.45am – 5pm & Friday 8.45am – 3.30pm

Newtownards Campus

ABOUT US

Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success.

If you’re interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you.

The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions:

• 26 days annual leave + 12 public holidays (plus 6 additional annual leave days after 5 years’ service)
• Additional leave to supplement closures during Easter, July & Christmas.
• NILGOSC defined benefiter CARE pension scheme with employer contribution rate of 15.5%.
• Corporate healthcare cash plan scheme.
• Annual free health checks onsite.
• Access to College gym facilities free of charge along with reduced rate membership with a range of gyms.
• Mind Yourself health & wellbeing initiatives.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Teachers Credit Union.
• Access to hair, nail & beauty salons onsite.
• Continuous Professional Development opportunities via our dedicated Learning Academy.

We currently have a vacancy for a Management Accountant.

JOB PURPOSE

The post holder will report to the Deputy Head of Finance and represent them, and the section as required, within the post holders’ own sphere of responsibility.

The post holder will be the College’s Management Accountant, leading the College’s processes of budgetary control and challenge, and the provision of comprehensive, accurate and timely financial management information.

The Management Accountant will be the line manager for the College’s Finance Business Partner, and will have oversight of the College’s Accounts Receivable and Student Finance sections.

For further information on the main duties and responsibilities of this role, please see attached job description.

Downloads

• Accessibility at SERC with AccessAble Candidate Information Booklet
• Disability Equality Statement
• Employee Benefits Rewards and Recognition Booklet 2026
• Equal Opportunities Policy
• Job Description